Department of Music
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Newport News,Virginia 23606
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DEGREES OFFERED
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Bachelor of Music in Composition Bachelor of Music in Performance Bachelor of Music in Pre-certification Choral Bachelor of Music in Pre-certification Instrumental Master of Arts in Teaching (Choral Music Education) Master of Arts in Teaching (Instrumental Music Education) Bachelor of Arts in Music
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Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, CNU’s Department of Music is recognized for its outstanding curriculum and its commitment to artistic and academic excellence.
Through a highly selective, competitive program within a rich liberal learning environment, CNU music majors develop outstanding skills in the Ferguson Center for the Arts. This stunning venue offers unforgettable live shows and concerts, masterclasses, and performances by world-renowned guest artists.
Faculty Info:
Kimberly Ankney, Benjamin Corbin, Ben Doleac, Chelsey Hamm, Rachel Holland, John Irving, Seung-Hye Kim, John Lopez, John McGuire, Mark Reimer, Elise Rose, Kelly Rossum, Jacob Tews, Maxwell Tfirn, J. Lynn Thompson.
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